Greg 2,662 Posted May 28, 2018 Report Share Posted May 28, 2018 2018 GATHERING (6 -8 JULY 2018) Alright, we are just over five weeks away from the annual event at Lake Selmac know as, "The Gathering". There has been a great response so far leading up to this year's event. Many have responded early and I would like to thank everyone for your input. This year, as I mentioned in the initial post, is a special year for us here at Song Dog Kennels (more on that later). We hope to get as many people as possible, as well as their dogs, to this year's event. I am hopeful that we will have another fun and successful Gathering. We will have some long time and multiple AIDog owners, first time AIDog owners, people on the waiting list and even some interested people attending this year's event. And, of course, it is always fun to watch these AIDogs return home to hang out with their cousins. We will be at the Osprey Loop Campground again this year. I know some of you have already reserved tent or RV sites, which is fantastic. If you have not done so yet, we urge you to reserve your campsite early as Lake Selmac is a very popular place during this time of the year. If the camp sites are all taken, there are motels in Grants Pass, which is the closest location to Lake Selmac with motels. It is about a 20-25 mile drive to the lake, but it is a nice and easy drive. For those who have stayed in Kerby in the past, Kerbyville Inn was closed last year, and as of this evening, it is still closed until further notice. I am not sure what the reason is. SDK has a few retired breeders and Kim is always looking to match retired breeders with current or prior AIDog owners who may be interested. This would be a good time to see the dogs up close and discuss possibilities with Kim. Currently, we have made only one breeding for the summer season and, at this time, it is expected to be the only summer litter this year. If this breeding was successful, we will know very soon and will make the announcement. Once again, we will offer those who attended the event an option to donate money toward the food for the BBQ instead of bringing food. This seemed to work well for many over the last couple of years. So, for those who would prefer to donate money for the BBQ that option is still there. Just to be clear, there will not be a charge for anyone to enjoy the BBQ. The money donated will be used to cover the cost of the what is needed for the BBQ. Things happen and people cancel at the last minute. When this happens, food doesn't make it to the BBQ and last minute runs to the grocery store are made. So, for those who would rather not deal with trying to go to the store or prepare something for the Pot Luck, this option may be for you. If you are interested in donating instead of bringing an item or item(s) for the BBQ Pot Luck please let me know when you RSVP. ANY LEFT OVER DONATION MONEY WILL GO TOWARD DOG FOOD AT SONG DOG KENNEL. The donations provided during the last couple of events has been amazing. After covering the expenses for the food and essentials, the remainder of the donations will be presented to Kim. Kim is always extremely grateful for the generosity of the American Indian Dog family. The American Indian Dog t-shirts are back again. If you haven't done so already, contact Tervlab and place your order to ensure you get your shirt before the Gathering, there is still time. Tervlab said she plans to have some extra shirts at the Gathering as well. EVENTS Saturday July 7th, is the main day for the weekend event. Along with the BBQ, we are looking to add another event or two. I mentioned in the Planning For The 2018 Gathering At Lake Selmac topic that, ”This will be a very special year for Kim here at Song Dog Kennels". Well here it is. Kim is also turning another year older at the time of this Gathering, so we are planning to also include a surprise birthday party for him. Kim does not know about this, which is why it is a surprise, and I ask that everyone PLEASE keep it quiet. RSVP I am requesting a final confirmation from everyone who will be attending. You can post it if you like so others will know you are coming, or send me a personal message. Please include the number in your party and the name(s) of your dog(s) you will be bringing. Also please indicate whether you plan to donate toward the BBQ or what item(s) you plan to bring. I will update the pot luck list for all to see. We want to ensure we have enough food and other essentials for the event. For those who are unsure how to send a personal message, just click on my picture profile (it's the picture of Anoki) which will open my profile. Simply click on the "Send Me A Message" button. Fill out the fields and send it off just like an email. The BBQ Pot Luck will begin early afternoon on Saturday, July 8th. There is a small grocery store about 3 miles away, a slightly larger grocery store about 10 miles away, and the closest Safeway or larger grocery store is in Grants Pass, about 23 miles away. We have reserved the Bass Shelter on Saturday for our BBQ/Picnic. There is a $100 deposit for cleaning, so please let's be tidy! I will provide more details as we get closer to the event. POT LUCK SIGN-UPHamburger patties -- Hot dogs -- Bratwurst -- Buns: Burger and some hot dog style (regular-wheat type) -- Gluten Free Buns -- Charcoal and lighter fluid -- Potato Salad, and maybe Another salad? -- Chips (Variety) -- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, relish) -- Lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles -- Cheese -- Dessert (cookies, cake, pies) --Paper plates and Napkins, and plastic ware. (forks and such) -- Feel free to volunteer your favorites. I will continue to update as we get closer to the event, so check back often. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martha 11 Posted May 29, 2018 Report Share Posted May 29, 2018 Hi Greg. I’ll be there ,with Dani and Chena Would like to donate money. thx for all your hard work putting this together Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted May 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2018 Hi Greg. I’ll be there ,with Dani and Chena Would like to donate money. thx for all your hard work putting this together Thank you Martha. I have you on the confirmation list. Look forward to seeing you again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tervlab 152 Posted May 29, 2018 Report Share Posted May 29, 2018 Hey Greg~ Annette & I will be there with Teak & Ripley. We will donate money for the food. We'll also have shirts in tow... :-) I'll let you know if anyone else is going to join. Waiting to hear from Ann/Scout/Ramsey and Loralee/Cebu. Denise/Sugar Boy/Holly will not be able to join. Thanks for all your hard work on this event. We're happy to help set up when we get there...I'll be in touch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I just checked the Lake Selmac Reservation site and there are still a couple tent sites and a couple of back-in sites available on the 3rd, 4th and 5th of July in the Osprey Loop area. There are 6 tent spots available and a several back-in sites available in Osprey loop for the 6th thru the 8th of July. There are other sites available throughout the lake area during those days if Osprey fills up. Below is the new link to check availability and reserve a site for that weekend. https://www.sunrisereservations.com/campground/Lake+Selmac Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sschenck 236 Posted June 1, 2018 Report Share Posted June 1, 2018 With a sad heart I have to report that we won't be making the gathering after all… hope you all have a great time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2018 With a sad heart I have to report that we won't be making the gathering after all… hope you all have a great time. Sorry to hear that you can't make it, maybe next year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NorCal 350 Posted June 1, 2018 Report Share Posted June 1, 2018 (edited) Hi Greg, Bill and Zuni and I will be there for the Picnic! We are coming up to visit friends in Ashland and plan to drive over to Selma for the day..I think its about an hour or so? Sent you a PM re food. cheers. Kristin Edited June 1, 2018 by NorCal 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allison 2,369 Posted June 1, 2018 Report Share Posted June 1, 2018 I'll be there! We usually donate the carcass. Put me down for patties, dogs, and sausages. (I am working on a vegan mushroom burger, but I don't have it down yet.) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2018 Hi Greg, Bill and Zuni and I will be there for the Picnic! We are coming up to visit friends in Ashland and plan to drive over to Selma for the day..I think its about an hour or so? Sent you a PM re food. cheers. Kristin Fantastic! I am happy you will make it this year. I also got you message and have you down for the Giant Green Salad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2018 I'll be there! We usually donate the carcass. Put me down for patties, dogs, and sausages. (I am working on a vegan mushroom burger, but I don't have it down yet.) Thanks Allison, I have you marked down Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2018 Updated as of today: POT LUCK SIGN-UPHamburger patties -- Allison Hot dogs -- Allison Bratwurst -- Allison Buns: Burger and some hot dog style (regular-wheat type) -- Gluten Free Buns -- Charcoal and lighter fluid -- Potato Salad, and maybe Another salad? -- Green Salad -- Kristin and Bill Chips (Variety) -- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, relish) -- Lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles -- Cheese -- Dessert (cookies, cake, pies) --Paper plates and Napkins, and plastic ware. (forks and such) -- Feel free to volunteer your favorites. I will continue to update as we get closer to the event, so check back often. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GabriellKiss 5 Posted June 4, 2018 Report Share Posted June 4, 2018 Hello, we will be there too for the gathering and will donate to the BBQ. Please count 2 humans and excited puppy in (Gabriella, Mark and Blue Sky). See you all there! best, Gabriella Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Berta 54 Posted June 4, 2018 Report Share Posted June 4, 2018 I'll be there with Frankie and will donate cash. Berta Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 5, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2018 Hello, we will be there too for the gathering and will donate to the BBQ. Please count 2 humans and excited puppy in (Gabriella, Mark and Blue Sky). See you all there! best, Gabriella I'll be there with Frankie and will donate cash. Berta Great...Thanks guys. I have you down and look forward to seeing you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eric 81 Posted June 7, 2018 Report Share Posted June 7, 2018 Sounds like so much fun! i wish i was able to attend the gathering however i have my wedding at the end of the month. Wishing everyone the best time and a huge Happy Birthday to Kim! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Sounds like so much fun! i wish i was able to attend the gathering however i have my wedding at the end of the month. Wishing everyone the best time and a huge Happy Birthday to Kim! Congratulations Eric. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meadow's Family 93 Posted June 10, 2018 Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Hello Greg, our whole family of nine will be camping there again this year along with our three dogs: Meadow, Forest, and Dune. We will bring the potato salad, pasta salad, and paper plates. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2018 Hello Greg, our whole family of nine will be camping there again this year along with our three dogs: Meadow, Forest, and Dune. We will bring the potato salad, pasta salad, and paper plates. Thank you very much. I have you down for the mentioned items. Here is the updated menu. POT LUCK SIGN-UP Hamburger patties -- Allison Hot dogs -- Allison Bratwurst -- Allison Buns: Burger and some hot dog style (regular-wheat type) -- Gluten Free Buns -- Charcoal and lighter fluid -- Potato Salad, and maybe Another salad? -- Meadow's Family (potato salad, pasta salad) Green Salad -- Kristin and Bill Chips (Variety) -- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, relish) -- Lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles -- Cheese -- Dessert (cookies, cake, pies) -- Paper plates and Napkins, and plastic ware. (forks and such) -- Meadow's Family (paper plates) Feel free to volunteer your favorites. I will continue to update as we get closer to the event, so check back often. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Forrest itche iichiile 125 Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Have a great Gathering! Waka’ and I will be attending my 45th High School Reunion, ugh! Looking forward to next year’s 2019 Gathering. A’ho! Operatic drama on the playground! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 GREAT SHOT.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greg 2,662 Posted June 24, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2018 OH MY GOODNESS.... I cannot believe there is less than two weeks left until the annual event. As of today, 43 people have confirmed they will be attending this year's event and I am still waiting for another 7-10 who will not know for sure until next week. As for the weather, the extended forecast for our area the weekend of the Gathering is predicting sunshine with lows in the mid 50s and the highs in the low to mid 80s. This will be beautiful weather for this time of the year. Let's keep our fingers crossed that the fires stay away. We had a lot of fires and smoke last year; so far, so good. Please bring your sunblock, insect repellent and lets all plan on having a great time. There will be several showing up as early as a week in advance, so I would like to take this opportunity to ask everyone to be safe as you travel to our neck of the woods. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Joyous1 86 Posted July 2, 2018 Report Share Posted July 2, 2018 Sadly, I won't be making the trek up to Oregon this summer. I hope everyone has a wonderful time swapping dog stories and enjoying the beautiful weather! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rik 183 Posted July 2, 2018 Report Share Posted July 2, 2018 I waited too long to respond. There are no sites left I was hoping to come in my new rv Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tervlab 152 Posted July 3, 2018 Report Share Posted July 3, 2018 Hey Rik...you could camp at another loop...at least you'd be there for the Gathering...There are some not too far away...Check in with Greg. You might call & check...the website I found isn't always accurate. Give it a shot... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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